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Republican and Democratic candidates for Senate and Assembly in the First Legislative District ran unopposed in Tuesday's primary. Republican Cape May County Commissioner Leonard Desiderio also was unopposed in the primary. Democrats did not put a candidate on the ballot for Cape May County commissioner.

The Ocean City School District and Stockton University on Tuesday signed a Dual Path Partnership agreement that will give Ocean City High School students the opportunity to graduate from both Ocean City High School and Stockton University in six years. This is the first time Stockton has entered into such an agreement with a school district and demonstrates the commitment of both institutions to provide students with a high-quality education and seamless access to an affordable four-year college degree, officials said.

Ocean City High School’s boys lacrosse team captured its first ever South Jersey Group III championship Monday afternoon with a 9-6 win over visiting Shawnee. The win improved the Red Raiders’ record to 13-6, while Shawnee ended its season at 11-7. Leading all scorers was Ocean City senior Jake Schneider with four goals. Freshman Pat Grimley chipped in two goals and one assist, while teammates Jack Davis, Brady Rauner and Nick Volpe each added a goal for the Red Raiders. 

Night in Venice will return to Ocean City for the 66th time at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 24. Registration is now open to all boat and bayfront home owners who want to participate in this year’s celebration. Details follow.

The Ocean City Free Public Library (OFPL) presents a special virtual concert with New York saxophonist Daniel Bennett and Koko Bermejo (drums/keyboard) on Friday, June 18 at 7 p.m. Details follow to register for the concert.

The Ocean City Beach Patrol announced the list of beaches that will have lifeguards starting Saturday, June 5. Details follow.

Hoy’s 5&10 has been the fun place to shop for over 75 years. It is not your typical 5&10 store, but it does have items you remember from years ago, plus all of the latest toys and beach apparel. Hoy’s 5&10 has always been the “store” to shop at the Jersey Shore for everything you need for the beach but it offers so much more.  With four locations in Avalon, Stone Harbor and two in Ocean City, each store is customized to its clientele.

Author and evangelical apologist Josh McDowell appears for two special events this weekend at the Ocean City Tabernacle. On Saturday, June 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., McDowell presents “Discover the Evidence,” a “tactical adventure through history and archeology” featuring ancient artifacts that can be seen and touched. On Sunday, June 6, McDowell will speak on the necessity of parents building good relationships with their children in the Tabernacle’s 8:30 a.m. traditional and 10:30 a.m. contemporary worship services.

Four new shows in the popular Summer Concert Series at the Ocean City Music Pier were announced Tuesday. Details follow.

The daily Boardwalk flag-raising ceremony, a beloved tradition in Ocean City, continued on Memorial Day at a new location in front of the Music Pier. There was also a dedication. The program included the playing of the national anthem and a medley of patriotic songs, according to a city news release. A newly installed flagpole in front of the Music Pier was dedicated to the memory of three veterans from Ocean City: Joe Caserta, James “JR” Robinson and Bill Cruice. Family members of the men were on hand for the ceremony.